Zrmanja River: Half-Day Guided Kayaking Tour Near Zadar

Glide down the easy rapids of the Zrmanja River on a scenic kayak or canoe tour from Kaštel Žegarski. Join your guide on a breathtaking journey through a spectacular canyon. Swim in the crystal clear water and arrive at the village of Muskovci to purchase a meal.
Begin your trip in Kaštel Žegarski, a striking area with safe and gentle rapids for beginners. Learn how to handle your kayak or canoe as you slowly enter the canyon. Allow your guide to point out fish and birds, and teach you about the natural phenomenon of karst. Come across more beautiful waterfalls and rapids as you make your way down to the town of Muskovci.
After the tour, we will take you back to the starting point where you’ve parked your car in the morning.
NOTE: We can offer a transfer from Zadar and surroundings option with a surcharge – please check if you have chosen the right option for you as we have limited seats in the van.

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Glide down the easy rapids of the Zrmanja River on a scenic kayak or canoe tour from Kaštel Žegarski. Join your guide on a breathtaking journey through a spectacular canyon. Swim in the crystal clear water and arrive at the village of Muskovci to purchase a meal.
Begin your trip in Kaštel Žegarski, a striking area with safe and gentle rapids for beginners. Learn how to handle your kayak or canoe as you slowly enter the canyon. Allow your guide to point out fish and birds, and teach you about the natural phenomenon of karst. Come across more beautiful waterfalls and rapids as you make your way down to the town of Muskovci.
After the tour, we will take you back to the starting point where you’ve parked your car in the morning.
NOTE: We can offer a transfer from Zadar and surroundings option with a surcharge – please check if you have chosen the right option for you as we have limited seats in the van.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a kayak adventure for the whole family, paddling down the Zrmanja River
  • Go through magnificent canyon and underneath waterfalls
  • Take on the challenge of navigating through the rapids
  • Swim in the crystal-clear water
  • Discover hidden gems in the canyon

Included

  • Two-person or three-person (limited availability) sit-on-top kayak
  • Paddle
  • Helmet
  • Safety vest
  • 15 L waterproof barrel
  • Neoprene suit and rain jacket in case of cold weather
  • Guides
  • Use of all necessary equipment
  • Nature park entrance fee
  • Parking at the base
  • Facilities at the start and the end point (toilets, changing rooms)
  • Insurance
  • Transfer to the starting point for the car driver (if you book the standard option and travel with your car)
  • Pickup and dropoff in Zadar or Sibenik (if option chosen)

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tips for the guides
  • Transfer to the destination when booking the standard option

Not suitable for

  • Children under 6 years
  • Pregnant women

Cancellation

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Duration 5 – 7 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Croatian
 
Pickup optional
PLEASE NOTE: If you didn’t book a TRANSFER option there will be no room to take you to the meeting location at Kastel Zegarski in the van or the van might not come at all. Please double-check when booking if you’ve selected the right option for you. The transfer option includes a return transfer and there’s a surcharge. Pickup schedule: • Zaton Holiday Resort at 8 am • Borik at 8:15 am • Zadar McDonald’s at 8:30 am • Bibinje at 8:40 am • Sukošan at 8:45 am The van or bus will have an RAFTREK sign on the windshield. Please note that as the transfer is on a tight schedule, the driver can not wait for you – please be at the location on time. Also, please allow up to 10 minutes delay due to traffic.

Important information

What to bring

  • Swimwear
  • Change of clothes
  • Towel
  • Sandals
  • Food
  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • T-shirt
  • Water shoes

Know before you go

  • Please come to the meeting point at Kastel Zegarski half an hour before the activity starts
  • If you book a pick-up option from the Zadar or Sibenik area, please allow a 5-minute gap due to traffic
  • No previous kayaking experience is needed, and even children from 6 years of age, accompanied by parents, can participate
  • Please note that we have limited availability for three-person kayaks
  • Please note that rafting boats are used in case of high water levels
  • Please note that low water levels can be expected in the Summer months (July-September)
  • Please note that due to safety reasons, only one person per kayak is allowed to go down the three-meter waterfall. Other participants will avoid the waterfall on foot. All other waterfalls and rapids both people can attend.
  • Please note that the biggest, 12-meter waterfall, is not possible to jump from due to safety reasons. This waterfall will be avoided on foot (approximately 2-minute walk).

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